Otorhinolaryngological problems occurring within the intensive care unit.

Roth, Yehudah; Sokolov, Maxim; Adler, Moshe; Ezry, Tiberiu; Harell, Moshe · Intensive Care Med · 2003

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Abstract

An overview of common otorhinolaryngological (ORL) problems and procedures in the intensive care unit (ICU) is presented. Diagnostic, management, and treatment aspects of some conditions are discussed with emphasis on the potential difficulties encountered in the ICU. Approach recommendations are outlined as well as a list of required basic equipment. Otorhinolaryngology should be included in intensive care continuing medical education programs.

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